December was a great shopping month. I did not buy any clothes for myself. I picked up a few gifts for friends and family so that's where my clothing money went. It feels great!
However, I am fortunate to be gifted so many items this holiday season.
- Ann Taylor Cashmere sweater
Originally $109.99, on sale for $39.99 + tax = $43.08 - gift from mom - Ann Taylor Signature Fit dress pant
Originally $98, on sale for $54.77 - 50% off sale = $27.38 + tax = $29.50 - gift from mom - Ann Taylor cardigan
Originally $39.99, on sale for $19.77 - 50% off sale = $9.88 + tax = $10.64 - gift from mom
- Michael Kors - Christmas Gift
- Nike Dry-Fit Tank
Originally $50.00, on sale for $21.97 - 40% off sale = $13.18 + tax = $14.12 - gift from mom - LOGG for H&M t-shirt - Christmas Gift
- Nike Dry-Fit High Impact Sports Bra
Originally $50.00, on sale for $39.99 - 30% off sale = $20.99 + tax = $22.72 - gift from mom
December 2012 total: $0, all above are gifts
I didn't hit up the malls in the wee hours the day after Christmas. I figured if I didn't find anything during Black Friday, I was pretty sure I wouldn't find much after Christmas. I also noticed in the past couple years, clothing markdowns are higher a few days after anyways. So I waited, and as expected, I didn't find anything. I wonder if my taste is evolving or am I becoming more price conscious about the quality I am buying?
During my family's snow trip, I went shopping with my mom with nothing in particular on my mind. Well, I've been looking for an affordable and durable sports bra since I noticed the VS PINK bras don't hold up the girls as I would like and a new pair of slim looking tennis shoes, but other than that, nothing really. My mom picked a few pieces for me since I'll been needing to dress more "grown-up" next semester. She even offered to pay for my sportswear for my new hobby - running. However, she doesn't approve of my desire to run, she says the muscles I am building up are "ugly." But who ever knew running would be so calming and so relaxing, everyone should run, jog, or even walk.
(Go healthy hearts!)
amazing you stick to your budget, especially in december! i probably spend the most during this month because of the christmas sales!
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I have actually been wanting some new workout clothes too! Not for running though. Still can't do that.
ReplyDeleteI love the brown jumper! I really like your blog! I'm glad that I found it! It would be nice if you could stop by my blog sometime too (I'm from England) as I post my outfits, personal style, likes and much more :) :)
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These workout clothes are so cute! I agree it is amazing that you can stick to your budget. We should all do that!
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